We Love —
- Taking a boat cruise through the beautiful landscape of Halong Bay and learning about the diversity and history of this lush country.
- Tasting delicious Pho, Banh Mi and Bun Cha from sizzling Vietnamese street food stalls.
- Relaxing on the gorgeous white sand beaches of Phu Quoc, while turquoise water laps softly at the shore.
Customer reviews —
Take control of your trip and find a balance between guided tours and self-guided sightseeing. If you can, wake up early to watch the sunrise over Ha Long Bay! Phu Quoc is best to grab a chance to just relax by the pool or the beach while sipping a fresh coconut.
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Marvel at the beauty of a sunrise over majestic Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with iconic towering rock formations, and learn of the powerful history of this fascinating country in Ho Chi Minh. Pause in the middle of your trip for a peaceful stay in Phu Quoc, where white sand beaches meet the palm-fringed shores of this tiny tropical island.
Choose the length of your stay:
10-night tour:
Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi
Day 2: Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long
Day 4: Halong – Hanoi
Day 5: Ha Noi – Flight to Phu Quoc
Day 6: Phu Quoc
Day 7: Phu Quoc
Day 8: Phu Quoc – Flight to Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh
Day 11: Departure
13-night tour:
Day 1 - 7: similar to the 10-night itinerary
Day 8, 9, 10: Phu Quoc
Day 11: Phu Quoc – Flight to Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) (continue the main trip)
Day 12: Ho Chi Minh
Day 13: Ho Chi Minh
Day 14: Departure
15-night tour:
Day 1 - 7: similar to the 10-night itinerary
Day 8 - 12: Phu Quoc
Day 13: Phu Quoc – Flight to Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) (continue the main trip)
Day 14: Ho Chi Minh
Day 15: Ho Chi Minh
Day 16: Departure
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Day 1 : Arrive in Hanoi
Known for its tranquil lakes, bustling street markets and scenic public parks, Hanoi is an intriguing city blending both ancient traditions and modern urban life. Navigate the charming streets in the historic Old Quarter, or visit the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake, home to the Ngoc Son Temple and get a taste of authentic Vietnamese cuisine at one of the many street vendors that make up Hanoi's impressive street-food scene.capital of Vietnam.
- Assistance at airport
- Transfer to hotel
- Night at The Q Hotel 4* or Mélia 5*
(Please note: rooms are available from 2 pm)
DAY 2: HANOI
- Spend the day exploring Hanoi at your leisure
- Optional excursions include a motorbike tour of Hanoi or a private tour of Ninh Binh
- Night at The Q Hotel 4* or Mélia 5*
- Breakfast included
DAY 3: HANOI – HALONG BAY
Embark on your journey past rice paddies to Halong Bay, a stunning world heritage area of outstanding natural beauty where you will get the chance to board a junk ship for a cruise around the bay past pretty islets and a cave. Take the opportunity to go kayaking or even go night fishing for a memorable end to the evening (both at an extra cost).
- Transfer to Halong Bay
- Boat ride around Halong Bay (English-speaking guide available on board)
- Night on Indochine Cruise 5* (boat)
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Please Note: this itinerary is subject to change without prior notice in case of adverse weather alerts or any emergency situation.
DAY 4: HALONG BAY - HANOI
- Night at The Q Hotel 4* or Mélia 5*
- Brunch included
Day 5 : Hanoi - Flight to Phu Quoc (Breakfast)
Phu Quoc Island is Vietnam's largest island where you can escape to a sanctuary of serenity amongst its stunning white-sand beaches, lush tropical landscapes, and crystal-clear waters.
- Domestic flight from Hanoi to Phu Quoc Island
- Shuttle bus transfer from airport to hotel
- Night at Novotel Phu Quoc Resort 5*
- Breakfast included
DAY 6-7 (OR 6-10): PHU QUOC
- Free time to relax on Phu Quoc
- Optional excursion includes a Snorkeling & Sunset BBQ Dinner on Islet (group tour without guide)
- Night at Novotel Phu Quoc Resort 5*
- Breakfast included
Day 8 (or 11): Phu Quoc - Ho Chi Minh
Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's major port and largest city where the old and the new collide in a fascinating mixture of modern skyscrapers alongside colonial-era architecture.
- Shuttle transfer to airport
- Domestic flight from Phu Quoc to Ho Chi Minh City
- Local guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel
- Night at Nothern Charm Hotel 4* or Le Meridien 5*
- Breakfast included
DAYS 9-10: HO CHI MINH
Explore this bustling city at your leisure or join the Ben Tre excursion (at an extra cost) and visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels before visiting the city's key attractions including the Saigon Opera House, CIA building, and Reunification Palace.
- Free time to explore the city
- Optional excursions include visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels and Siagon's Must-See Sights and Cycling off the Beaten Track at the Mekong Delta
- Night at Nothern Charm Hotel 4* or Le Meridien 5*
- Breakfast included
Day 11 or 14: DEPARTURE
- Breakfast included
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change.
Your Hotels —
Hand-Picked Just For You
Maximum room capacity
At each of your stops, you will be staying in comfortable rooms in thoughtfully chosen hotels.
Your 4* hotels:
Hanoi: The Q Hotel 4* Plus
Ha Long Bay: La Regina Grand Cruise
Phu Quoc Island: Novotel Phu Quoc Resort 5*
Ho Chi Minh: Silverland Jolie 4*
Your 5* hotels:
Hanoi: Pan Pacific 5*
Ha Long Bay: Indochine Cruise 5*
Phu Quoc Island: Novotel Phu Quoc Resort 5*
Ho Chi Minh: Le Meridien 5*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Maximum room capacity: 3 adults + 1 baby. Single rooms available.
Your dining choices
Throughout your tour, you will enjoy meals as per the itinerary, which consists of breakfast (except on Day 4 when it is replaced by brunch), and one 1 lunch and 1 dinner (both excluding drinks) at restaurants with a set menu on Day 3.
Your Included Excursions —
Included English-speaking guide throughout the tour
Make the most of your tour by enjoying the included English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
Your Optional Excursions —
Discover the way of life in Ha Noi with an English-speaking guide
The day begins with a visit to the complex dedicated to Ho Chi Minh, the founder of the nation whom the Vietnamese affectionately call ‘Uncle Ho’. The first stop is Ho Chi Minh's historic mausoleum, an imposing monument built to be Uncle Ho's final resting place. Continue with a walk through the magnificent botanical garden of the Presidential Palace to visit Uncle Ho's humble home, built on the basis of a Vietnamese rural house on stilts with a simple design in a tranquil setting, reflecting his simple, pure and noble lifestyle. Visit the one-pillar pagoda, built in 1049 from wood on a single stone pillar, designed to resemble a lotus flower, a symbol of purity.
The last visit this morning is the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. Built-in the 11th century, this extraordinary temple is a rare example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture and appears on the back of the 100,000 Vietnamese dong note.
Lunch in a local restaurant (drinks not included).
In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to see Hanoi from a different angle. Hop on a motorbike with a professional driver and start exploring the hidden corners of Hanoi that are not mentioned in any guidebook.
Stop by the Opera House to take photos while your guide gives you an overview of French architecture, visible in numerous colonial monuments scattered around the city centre. Hanoi's urban plan, composed of wide boulevards and beautiful communal spaces, was heavily influenced by the French occupation.
Follow the winding alleys to get to the Gioi market, Vietnam's largest market for used mechanical and electronic parts, where you can buy everything from mechanical items to the smallest screwdrivers, from kitchen utensils to motorbike parts; this market has it all!
Continue your journey by slipping into the Old Collective Quarter for a unique insight into the structure of the city's residential quarters from the socialist period. Visit a vintage railway café to enjoy a delicious Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk or green tea as you watch the world go by and enjoy the sights and sounds of a real Hanoi.
Stroll through the tiny but bustling streets of the old quarter, known for its ‘36 streets of 36 products. Within the old quarter, as they have been since the 15th century, the 36 narrow streets bear names that reflect the trade that once took place there: silk street, rice street, paper street, lacquerware street and jewellery street.
Please note:
- The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is CLOSED on Mondays, Fridays and every afternoon.
- You will be seated behind experienced drivers who know their motorbikes and the traffic like the back of their hand.
Duration of the motorbike tour: 2-3 hours.
Duration: 08.00-17.00
Snorkelling and sunset barbecue dinner on the islet of Phu Quoc
Set off for an afternoon at sea snorkelling. Departing from your hotel, you'll travel by boat to island of Buom and the islets of May Rut. After admiring the seabed, a barbecue dinner will be served on the island to round off the evening.
The mysterious caves of Ninh Binh
Discover Ninh Binh, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, renowned for its stunning karst mountains, misty caves and historical relics. You'll discover the ancient capital Hoa Lu, the magnificent Bich Dong cave, Ngu Nhac Son mountain and Tam Coc bay, ending with the Thai Vi temple.
The Cu Chi tunnels and exploring Ho Chi Minh City on foot - min 2 people
Discover the incredible Cu Chi Tunnels, originally used as a base for organising guerrilla actions against the French and during the Indochina War. This day will also be an opportunity to stroll around Ho Chi Minh with your guide to discover its most beautiful monuments.
Mekong Delta off the beaten track by bike on Cai Thia island - min 2 people
Go and discover Cai Thia, one of the largest fruit-growing areas in the Mekong Delta. You'll travel by bike and in traditional boats to fully immerse yourself in the local culture. The programme includes meetings with local people and visits to local craft workshops.
Your Journey to Vietnam —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your Destination —
Vietnam
Welcome to Vietnam, a captivating country that showcases a perfect blend of ancient traditions, natural wonders, and bustling cities, overflowing with history, culture and hospitality.
Hanoi, the vibrant capital city, embodies the nation's diverse history with its well-preserved French colonial architecture and ancient temples. Embark on a cruise through Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where towering limestone karsts rise from emerald waters. The peaceful Mekong Delta is a serene escape into a world of lush green fields, winding waterways, and floating markets.
Ho Chi Minh, formerly known as Saigon, boasts a buzzing blend of history and modernity. Skyscrapers stand side by side with ornate temples, and lively markets offer an abundance of sights, sounds, and flavours. Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an intricate network of underground passageways used during the Vietnam War, and gain insight into the country's tumultuous past.
World-famous street food is the true champion of Vietnam, with an incredibly diverse offering of sweet and spicy dishes, bursting with fantastic flavour and colour.
